Software Development Manager

Our client, a leading company in the FMCG industry based in Kuwait, is seeking a Software Development Manager to lead a development unit responsible for both enterprise and custom applications. This leadership role involves managing a team of developers, setting and tracking goals, ensuring software best practices, and overseeing the complete development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise across front-end and back-end technologies, integration, and experience in driving innovation within development teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a software development unit comprising enterprise and custom development personnel

• Set goals and objectives for the development team and track performance against KPIs

• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance across projects

• Oversee front-end and back-end development, ensuring code quality, performance, and scalability

• Design web architecture and user interactions for mobile and desktop optimization

• Build and maintain back-end applications, databases, and integrations with external APIs

• Define and implement software development best practices, including secure coding, QA/testing, and release management

• Lead setup of reporting strategies including backend repositories and front-end tools

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and deliver software features

• Monitor and improve team workflows using Agile or other project management methodologies

• Write reusable, testable, and efficient code; troubleshoot and resolve software issues

• Develop and maintain technical documentation including user guides and system manuals

• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks in software development

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and health, safety, and environmental standards

• Execute management directives and contribute to broader IT strategy

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

• 5-8 years of experience in software development, including leadership roles

• Proficient in modern programming languages such as C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, and VB.NET

• Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., Angular, AngularJS) and back-end technologies (e.g., Node.js, PHP)

• Strong database experience with SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle

• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Git, CI/CD pipelines)

• Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and integration techniques

• Strong communication and team management skills

• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus